Boyd Earl Nance, 83, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at his home.

He was born on September 1, 1942, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Sarah Akins Nance and William "Tom" Nance. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and retired as a Senior Master Sergeant. He enjoyed reading and electronics. His greatest joy was spending time with his family.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Phyllis Venezuela; and his brother-in-law, Ray Venezeula.

His survivors include his ex-wife and caregiver, Tomi Nance of Madisonville; daughter, Sandra (Jim) Root of Colorado Springs, CO; son, Bill (Tanya) Nance of Madisonville; grandchildren, James (Kristina) Root of Colorado Springs, Jon (Shannon) Root of Colorado Springs, and Amber ( Brad) Phelps of Madisonville; and his great-grandchildren, Zane, Stori, Masen, Elijah, Kristopher, Axl, Ethan, and Eloise.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 27, 2026, in the chapel of Harris Funeral Home with Bro. Andy Couch officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the Hopkins County Honor Guard. A private burial will be held at Grapevine Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. until the service hour on Friday, March 27, 2026, at the funeral home.